“A large number of government employees have been associated with the national portal of (http://www.india.gov.in), which was launched as a mission mode project four years back, said B.K. Gairola, director-general of National Informatics Centre (NIC). “This award is aimed at recognising contribution of such individuals and groups and at encouraging more and more people to contribute towards the enrichment of the portal.”

“The awards also recognise the departments/individuals for taking exemplary initiatives in e-governance using the medium of web,” said Neeta Verma, senior technical director, NIC.